The BEST episodes of Beecham House

Every episode of Beecham House ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Beecham House!

On the cusp of 19th century in Delhi, we following the fortunes of the residents of the titular mansion. The story begins as handsome and soulful former soldier, John Beecham, has acquired the house to start a new life for his family and a business as a trader.

Last Updated: 2/21/2024Network: ITV1Status: Ended
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Episode 6
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7.79
99 votes

#1 - Episode 6

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 7/21/2019

John has spent several days and nights in his cell and has finally worked out who betrayed him. Daniel, Margaret and Chandrika desperately try to help release him, but only the Emperor can let him go free - and this will only happen when he is told a hard truth. Back home, the house is attacked and the women surround an empty cot, sobbing. Who has taken baby August, and why? Last in the series.

Directors: Gurinder Chadha
Writer: Victor Levin
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Episode 5
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7.72
112 votes

#2 - Episode 5

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 7/14/2019

John is shocked to discover that Margaret has left Delhi, but before he can react there is worse news at home. The truth behind his brother Daniel's relationship with the beautiful servant Chanchal is exposed with the revelation that she is pregnant, and the brothers come to blows. However, before it can escalate further, Castillon bursts into the house to arrest John for stealing a precious diamond owned by the Emperor - who has betrayed John and who can save him?

Directors: Gurinder Chadha
Writer: Victor Levin
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Episode 3
star
7.70
115 votes

#3 - Episode 3

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 6/30/2019

A murder throws John's plans of staying in Delhi into jeopardy, while a member of the household reveals a treacherous side to their nature that proves dangerous. However, John soon finds that he has people around him he can trust when Margaret places herself at great personal risk to help him.

Directors: Gurinder Chadha
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Episode 4
star
7.70
118 votes

#4 - Episode 4

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 7/7/2019

Violet witnesses Chandrika going into John's room at night, and tells his mother what she saw. Margaret is devastated when she finds out and resolves to leave Delhi. John realises his only hope of persuading her to stay is to reveal the truth about his past and the baby's identity - even if it puts the child's safety in jeopardy.

Directors: Gurinder Chadha
Writer: Victor Levin
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Episode 1
star
7.44
122 votes

#5 - Episode 1

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 6/23/2019

Period drama, set in 18th century Delhi, years before the territory fell under British colonial rule. John Beecham a former soldier for the East India Company, buys a mansion in the area in the hope of starting a new life. His shadowy past is soon the talk of the household, particularly since he arrives accompanied by a mysterious child of unknown parentage.

Directors: Gurinder Chadha
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Episode 2
star
7.36
107 votes

#6 - Episode 2

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 6/24/2019

With the arrival of his mother Henrietta from London and the discovery of his younger brother Daniel in a military camp close by, John has finally fulfilled his dream of having his family reunited. But, the arrival of the mysterious Chandrika throws the household into chaos and threatens to break the family apart.

Directors: Gurinder Chadha
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